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Halloween: The Fantasy and Folklore of All Hallows view detail comment email this

An essay about the historical origins of Halloween in the Samhain holiday, "the biggest and most significant holiday of the Celtic year." Also includes a brief bibliography. From the American Folklife Center of the Library of Congress.
http://www.loc.gov/folklife/halloween.html
Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually

Last updated Sep 28, 2009


The History of Halloween view detail comment email this

A history of Halloween, traced from its origins in the "ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in)" to modern trick-or-treat, jack-o'-lantern, costume, and party activities. Includes creepy video clips, ghost stories, information about pumpkins, White House hauntings, and recipes. From the History Channel.
http://www.history.com/content/halloween
Topics: Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually

Last updated Sep 29, 2009




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